Enterprise Network Engineer

Herotel Telecoms; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications provider in South Africa is seeking an experienced Enterprise Network Engineer to design, deploy, and support network infrastructure for enterprise customers. The ideal candidate will have 3 to 7 years of experience in network engineering roles and possess strong knowledge of IP networking and routing protocols. This role requires a proactive approach to ensuring high availability and performance. Successful candidates will be part of a dynamic team focused on delivering exceptional network solutions.

Qualifications

• 3 to 7 years of experience in enterprise network engineering or infrastructure roles.
• Expert knowledge of IP networking, routing protocols, VLANs, QoS, and security principles.
• Experience designing and implementing SD‑WAN and enterprise Wi‑Fi solutions.
• Ability to work independently in a high‑availability, multi‑client environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and plan scalable and secure enterprise network environments.
• Deploy and configure networking hardware and software across client environments.
• Maintain and support the operational stability of enterprise networks.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues across Layer 2 / 3.

Skills

IP networking

Routing protocols (OSPF, BGP)

VLANs

QoS

Security principles

Troubleshooting mindset

Attention to detail

Education

Grade 12

Tools

CCNP

JNCIS

MTCRE

NSE

PCAP

SOPHOS

Job description

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

As an Enterprise Network Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, deployment, and support of network infrastructure environments for enterprise customers.

Key Performance Areas

• Design and plan scalable and secure enterprise network environments, including LAN, SD-WAN, firewalls, and Wi‑Fi infrastructure.
• Deploy and configure networking hardware and software across client environments according to design and security best practices.
• Maintain and support the operational stability of enterprise networks, ensuring high availability, performance, and resilience.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues across Layer 2 / 3, SD‑WAN overlays, and perimeter security infrastructure.
• Collaborate with project managers, systems engineers, and service delivery teams to ensure smooth rollouts and consistent operations.
• Implement upgrades, patches, and firmware updates on network devices.
• Document configurations, designs, and changes in accordance with internal standards and compliance frameworks.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of tools, templates, and processes used to deliver and maintain network services.

Key Outputs

• Deliver and maintain network environments for enterprise customers.
• Document and improve designs.
• Ensure compliance and consistency across enterprise environments.

Qualifications

• 3 to 7 years of experience in enterprise network engineering or infrastructure roles.
• Expert knowledge of IP networking, routing protocols (OSPF, BGP), VLANs, QoS, and security principles.
• Experience designing and implementing SD‑WAN and enterprise Wi‑Fi solutions.
• Familiarity with managed services environments, NOC / SOC collaboration, and change control processes.
• Strong troubleshooting mindset and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently in a high‑availability, multi‑client environment.
• Proactive, structured, and documentation‑oriented approach to network management.
• Willingness to engage in after‑hours changes and standby / on‑call rotation as needed.

Education Requirements

Grade 12

Relevant Certifications (a plus)

CCNP, JNCIS, MTCRE, NSE, PCAP, SOPHOS.

EEO Statement

Preference will be given to Previously Disadvantaged Individual candidates in line with Herotel's Employment Equity Plan.

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